Harris County Public Library
Project Title
For project support to expand reach and services through their English as a Second Language and college readiness programs
Date
Jun. 05, 2025
Duration
24 months
Description
The Education program has selected elevenpublic libraries from nine states for their impactful programs and broad reach as part of its Libraries as Pillars of Education and Democracy initiative, a two-year, $5 million grant program launched in December 2024. These libraries were chosen through a highly competitive process from over 1,400 expressions of interest, demonstrating a strong commitment to expanding English language proficiency programs for adults and enhancing college readiness and access for teens. With this support, the selected libraries will scale their impact, strengthen community partnerships, and create new opportunities for students. Harris County Public Library (HCPL) is among the selected libraries. With Corporation support, HCPL will grow and enhance their in-person and virtual English as a Second Language and College Readiness programs to provide expanded 12-week cycles of leveled courses, daily one-on-one tutoring, and a range of monthly workshops across their twenty-seven library branches.